Dry skin and wrinkles have always been thought to be connected. They say that the latter is caused by the former. What do you think? Is this true? Read on learn about the real deal and how to get rid of the two inconveniencing conditions.
Although dry skin makes the appearance of wrinkles more prominent, it isn’t really a major cause per se.
Major causes of wrinkles
Oxidation – Free radicals from the ultraviolet rays of the sun and other pollutions in the environment cause oxidation in our bodies; studies show that oxidation damage the skin at the cellular level, thereby leading to premature aging (sagging and wrinkling of the skin).
Loss of collagen/elastin – Collagen and elastin are important proteins found in our bodies; they keep the skin youthful by making it firm, smooth and wrinkle-free. As we get older, our bodies produce less of these proteins thereby leading to thinner skin, sagging, dry skin and wrinkles.
Hyaluronic acid – This is responsible for keeping collagen and elastin bonds intact; low amount of hyaluronic acid causes collagen and elastin fibers to lose their “glue”, thereby leading to loss of elasticity, sagging and wrinkling.
The truth is, the aging process (especially loss of collagen) makes the skin thinner and leads to dry skin; thinner dry skin in turn makes the visible signs of aging look more pronounced. In other words, it becomes a kind of vicious cycle.
The good news is, you can reduce the appearance of wrinkles by getting rid of dry skin; hence, proper hydration is very important if you want your skin to look younger and beautiful.
One way to get rid of dry skin is by drinking a lot of water; this will not only keep your skin hydrated, it will also help to flush out impurities and unclog your pores.
Eating healthy diets is also a wise thing to do if you want to get rid of dry skin and wrinkles; you should also avoid smoking and drinking because they make the skin drier, thereby worsening the appearance of wrinkles.
You can also take care of the two conditions with the right skincare products; I mean products that contain effective natural ingredients. Stay away from brands that have chemicals because most of them make dry skin and wrinkles worse; the best anti-wrinkle creams contain scientifically proven natural ingredients.
The best cream for dry skin and wrinkles should contain good moisturizers; some of the moisturizers that moisturize the skin without clogging the pores or making the skin feel greasy include Maracuja, Babassu, Jojoba oil, Olivem 800, Macadamia, and Grapeseed oil.
A quality cream for dry skin and wrinkles should also contain effective anti-aging ingredients; the three anti-aging ingredients that prevent oxidation and boost collagen/elastin and hyaluronic acid are Coq10, Xtend-TK and Phytessence Wakame. These ingredients work together to reverse the aging process and make the skin look younger, flawless and vibrant. Xtend-TK is also an effective moisturizer because it enhances the skin’s ability to retain moisture.
Dry skin and wrinkles may be uncomfortable and unsightly; however, you can effectively get rid of them by doing the right things and using the right anti-wrinkle moisturizer.
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